October weather forecast
Long Island City, NY

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Weather in October

October distinctly represents the fall season, encompassing significant changes in Long Island City's weather. A further decrease in temperature is evident, as the average high drops to 63.1°F (17.3°C) and the low to 52.3°F (11.3°C). Accompanied by the reduced daylight hours, the weather gradually gets cooler, revealing the onset of winter. This month is characterized by decreased rainfall and the emergence of early morning fog. The city is ablaze with fall colors, thereby giving a vibrant appeal to October's weather.

Temperature

With the onset of October, Long Island City's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from September's moderately hot 74.3°F (23.5°C) to a refreshing 63.1°F (17.3°C). An average low-temperature of 52.3°F (11.3°C) is expected in Long Island City, New York, during October.

Humidity

In October, the average relative humidity in Long Island City is 74%.

Rainfall

In Long Island City, in October, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 89.8 rainfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Long Island City, New York, is 11h and 7min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in October in Long Island City is 5.9h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions

What are October temperatures in Long Island City?

The high-temperature, in October, in Long Island City, records 63.1°F (17.3°C), while the low-temperature is 52.3°F (11.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in October in Long Island City?

In October, the average relative humidity in Long Island City is 74%.

How much does it rain in Long Island City in October?

In October, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout October, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Long Island City?

In Long Island City, New York, snow does not fall in April through November.

What is the average length of the day in October in Long Island City?

The average day length in October in Long Island City is 11h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in October in Long Island City?

On the first day of October in Long Island City, New York, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:52 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Long Island City have in October?

In October, the average sunshine duration in Long Island City is 5.9h.

How high is the UV index in October in Long Island City?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Long Island City, NY

Average temperature in October - Long Island City, NY
  • Average high temperature in October: 63.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 52.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

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Average pressure in October
Long Island City, NY

Average pressure in October - Long Island City, NY
  • Average pressure in October: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.1"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in October
Long Island City, NY

Average wind speed in October - Long Island City, NY
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in October
Long Island City, NY

Average humidity in October - Long Island City, NY
  • Average humidity in October: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, May and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

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Average rainfall in October
Long Island City, NY

Average rainfall in October - Long Island City, NY
  • Average rainfall in October: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (0.75").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in October
Long Island City, NY

Average rainfall days in October - Long Island City, NY
  • Average rainfall days in October: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in October
Long Island City, NY

Average snowfall in October - Long Island City, NY
  • Average snowfall in October: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are February, March and December (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in October
Long Island City, NY

Average snowfall days in October - Long Island City, NY
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Long Island City, NY

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Long Island City, NY
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in October
Long Island City, NY

Average sunshine days in October - Long Island City, NY
  • Average sunshine days in October: 22.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.8 days).

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Average UV index in October
Long Island City, NY

Average UV index in October - Long Island City, NY
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in October
Long Island City, NY

Average cloud cover in October - Long Island City, NY
  • Average cloud cover in October: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February, March and December (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in October
Long Island City, NY

Average visibility in October - Long Island City, NY
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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